Finding joy at work

Sometimes it can be hard to remember the optimistic motivations that originally inspired your career 

choices. That spark can fade. However, rediscovering joy at work is possible. It may help to reconsider your 

unique strengths and abilities, and ask yourself if you’re getting the most out of your talents. If you’re not 

sure, consider these ideas for reclaiming joy.

• Re-engage with your team members. Even if you’re 

uninspired at work, don’t disconnect from those 

around you. Instead, show interest in their lives. 

Have your staff’s backs, and work on strengthening 

relationships.

• Praise your team members for the contributions 

they’ve made. You’ll earn enduring respect.

• Spot growth opportunities. Rather than simply 

protecting yourself from failure on the job, volunteer 

to lead new projects or other tasks that require you to 

stretch.

• Share a smile and a laugh. Some tasteful humor in the 

moment at work helps quickly cut tension, puts your 

people at ease, and boosts collaboration.

Work-Life Services*

Save time and money on life’s most important needs. Access webinars, live talks and 

articles that offer insights and strategies focused on key life events and day-to-day 

challenges for parents and seniors. Topics include: child and elder care, education, 

parenting and more. Visit your member website to get started.

*Eligibility based on your specific program benefits

JUNE 2023

Momentum

Live Webinar—On Wednesday, June 28, join our webinar: Helping Staff Find Joy at Work. Learn to 

boost employee engagement and promote a positive, productive work environment. Register here.

Contact your Employee Assistance Program at 1-866-580-9046 (TTY 711) or go online to

MagellanAscend.com for confidential, no cost help available 24/7/365 for you and your household

members.
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Working on Wellbeing

Career wellbeing

• Elements of career wellbeing include being able to wake up every morning and have something challenging to look 

forward to, and working at something that fits your strengths and interests. It also includes having leadership peers 

who share your passions, and motivating others to excel and be enthusiastic about the future.

• Consider these prompts as you weave wellbeing discussions into your individual and team meetings:

– Of all the things you do well in your job, which ones do you do best?

– If you could make one change for the better, what would it be?

– What parts of your role give you the most energy?

Money Matters

June 2023 financial webinars

Dreaming of Retirement

Tuesday, June 13. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

Many people can’t wait for retirement, yet they spend 

more time planning their vacations than establishing 

retirement plans. To attain your desired retirement 

lifestyle, you may need to calculate whether you’ll have 

the necessary income and assets to reach your retirement 

dreams.

Financial Forum

Thursday, June 22. Register here: 9 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. PT

Finances are vital to everyone, so this live forum will 

address myriad financial topics. Panelists will respond to 

questions ranging from credit, saving for emergencies, 

retirement, student loans, college and more. If you have a 

specific question, you can submit it when you register for 

this event. 

Mind Your Mental Health

June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month

June is a time for members of the LGBTQIA+ community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, 

Asexual and related) to come together to celebrate their identities and assert their rights.

• Pride Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of current issues facing the LGBTQIA+ community. Be a role model 

for kindness and inclusion. Don’t tolerate hateful speech.

• Pride events occur throughout the month of June in communities worldwide, with activities including parades, 

demonstrations, dance parties, festivals and community days.

• Whether you’re a person who lives an LGBTQIA+ lifestyle or you just want to be supportive, this is a great time to 

show appreciation for people who love you just as you are. Beyond just learning definitions, build relationships. 

While it’s important to understand the terminology, the higher priority is to build trusting relationships with LGBTQIA+ 

individuals so they feel safe.

Visit MagellanHealthcare.com/about/bh-resources/mymh or call your program for confidential mental 

health resources.